Be all brawn and no brain(s) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be all brawn and no brain(s)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-03-16 11:03

Meaning of Be all brawn and no brain(s)

Be all brawn and no brain(s) negative spoken language noun phrase

Used to describe someone who has great strength but lacks intelligence.

 

He may be good at sports but all brawn and no brains. He can't even solve simple math.

Why could you let him join our team? He is all brawn and no brains.

Use your brain instead of your punch. Are you all brawn and no brain?

Though he looks charming with his fit body, he is all brawn and no brain.

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